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This solicitation is for the construction of a maintenance training facility at Hurlburt Field, Florida. Key requirements include the construction of a 36,800 square foot high bay facility with concrete foundation, steel frame, masonry walls and metal roof. Functional areas consist of space for a dedicated weapons load trainer, a full size C-130 aircraft, classrooms, offices and storage. Supporting construction includes site utilities, pavements and communications infrastructure. Special considerations involve the removal and disposal of unsuitable site materials and the provision of suitable fill. The soliciting agency is the Department of the Army Corps of Engineers Engineering District Mobile. The response deadline is not specified.
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VOLUME 4 OF 4
THIS IS A TOTAL SMALL BUSINESS SETASIDE
SOLICITATION NO: W9127820R0077
CADD CODE: MEF20006
SPECIFICATIONS
FOR
FTEV153007
SOF MAINTENANCE TRAINING FACILITY
HURLBURT FIELD, FLORIDA
(OKALOOSA COUNTY)
“GOOD ENGINEERING RESULTS IN A BETTER ENVIRONMENT”
U.S. ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT, MOBILE
109 St. Joseph St
Mobile, Alabama 36602
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SOF MAINTENANCE TRAINING FACILITY W9127820R0077
HURLBURT FIELD, FLORIDA MEF20006
Table of Contents Page 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
VOLUME 1 OF 4
CHECKLIST FOR PREPARATION OF OFFERS
BIDDING REQUIREMENTS
STANDARD FORM 1442 - SOLICITATION, OFFER, AND AWARD
BIDDING SCHEDULE
EXPLANATION OF BID ITEMS
STANDARD FORM 24 - BID BOND
STANDARD FORM 28 - AFFIDAVIT OF INDIVIDUAL SURETY
STANDARD FORM LLL - DISCLOSURE OF LOBBYING ACTIVITIES
00 11 00 PROPOSAL SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND INSTRUCTIONS
00 12 00 EVALUATION CRITERIA AND BASIS OF AWARD
00 21 16 INSTRUCTIONS TO PROPOSERS
00 45 00 REPRESENTATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS
00 70 00 SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS
CESAM FORM 1151, PROMPT PAYMENT CERTIFICATION AND
SUPPORTING DATA FOR CONTRACTOR PROGRESS PAYMENT INVOICE
SPECIFICATIONS
DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
01 00 00 ADDITIONAL SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS
PROJECT SIGNS
DD FORM 1354
DD FORM 1354 CHECKLIST
WAGE RATES
01 00 01 GENERAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS
CESAM FORM 1151
01 32 01.00 10 PROJECT SCHEDULE
01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES
SUBMITTAL REGISTER
FORM 4025
01 33 29 SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING
01 35 26 GOVERNMENTAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
01 42 00 SOURCES FOR REFERENCE PUBLICATIONS
01 45 00.00 10 QUALITY CONTROL
01 45 00.15 10 RESIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM CONTRACTOR MODE (RMS CM)
SAM FORM 696
01 45 35 SPECIAL INSPECTIONS
01 57 19 TEMPORARY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS
01 74 19 CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION WASTE MANAGEMENT
01 78 23 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA
01 91 00.15 TOTAL BUILDING COMMISSIONING
DIVISION 02 - EXISTING CONDITIONS
02 41 00 DEMOLITION
02 61 13 EXCAVATION AND HANDLING OF CONTAMINATED MATERIAL
02 81 00 TRANSPORTATION AND DISPOSAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
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DIVISION 03 - CONCRETE
03 11 13.00 10 STRUCTURAL CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE FORMING
03 15 00.00 10 CONCRETE ACCESSORIES
03 20 00.00 10 CONCRETE REINFORCING
03 30 00.00 10 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE
03 35 00.00 10 CONCRETE FINISHING
03 39 00.00 10 CONCRETE CURING
03 42 13.00 10 PLANT-PRECAST CONCRETE PRODUCTS FOR BELOW GRADE CONSTRUCTION
DIVISION 04 – MASONRY
04 20 00 UNIT MASONRY
DIVISION 05 - METALS
05 05 23.16 STRUCTURAL WELDING
05 12 00 STRUCTURAL STEEL
05 21 00 STEEL JOIST FRAMING
05 30 00 STEEL DECKS
05 40 00 COLD-FORMED METAL FRAMING
05 50 13 MISCELLANEOUS METAL FABRICATIONS
05 51 33 METAL LADDERS
05 52 00 METAL RAILINGS
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DIVISION 06 - WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES
06 10 00 ROUGH CARPENTRY
06 41 16.00 10 PLASTIC-LAMINATE-CLAD ARCHITECTURAL CABINETS
06 61 16 SOLID SURFACING FABRICATIONS
DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION
07 05 23 PRESSURE TESTING AN AIR BARRIER SYSTEM FOR AIR TIGHTNESS
07 11 13 BITUMINOUS DAMPPROOFING
07 21 13 BOARD AND BLOCK INSULATION
07 21 16 MINERAL FIBER BLANKET INSULATION
07 22 00 ROOF AND DECK INSULATION
07 27 10.00 10 BUILDING AIR BARRIER SYSTEM
07 27 19.01 SELF-ADHERING AIR BARRIERS
07 27 26 FLUID-APPLIED MEMBRANE AIR BARRIERS
07 27 36 SPRAY FOAM AIR BARRIERS
07 42 13 METAL WALL PANELS
07 42 63 FABRICATED WALL PANEL ASSEMBLIES
07 60 00 FLASHING AND SHEET METAL
07 61 14.00 20 STEEL STANDING SEAM ROOFING
07 84 00 FIRESTOPPING
07 92 00 JOINT SEALANTS
DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS
08 11 13 STEEL DOORS AND FRAMES
08 14 00 WOOD DOORS
08 31 00 ACCESS DOORS AND PANELS
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08 34 19.10 20 ROLLING SERVICE DOORS
08 41 13 ALUMINUM-FRAMED ENTRANCES AND STOREFRONTS
08 51 13 ALUMINUM WINDOWS
08 60 45 TRANSLUCENT PANELS
08 71 00 DOOR HARDWARE
08 81 00 GLAZING
08 91 00 METAL WALL LOUVERS
DIVISION 09 - FINISHES
09 06 00 SCHEDULES FOR FINISHES
09 22 00 SUPPORTS FOR PLASTER AND GYPSUM BOARD
09 29 00 GYPSUM BOARD
09 30 10 CERAMIC, QUARRY, AND GLASS TILING
09 51 00 ACOUSTICAL CEILINGS
09 65 00 RESILIENT FLOORING
09 67 23.16 FUEL RESISTIVE RESINOUS FLOORING, 5-COAT SYSTEM
09 68 00 CARPETING
09 84 20 ACOUSTICAL WALL PANELS
09 90 00 PAINTS AND COATINGS
09 97 13.27 EXTERIOR COATING OF STEEL STRUCTURES
DIVISION 10 - SPECIALTIES
10 11 00 VISUAL DISPLAY UNITS
10 14 00.10 EXTERIOR SIGNAGE
10 14 00.20 INTERIOR SIGNAGE
10 21 13 TOILET COMPARTMENTS
10 22 13 WIRE MESH PARTITIONS
10 22 19 DEMOUNTABLE AND MOVABLE PARTITIONS
10 26 00 WALL AND DOOR PROTECTION
10 28 13 TOILET ACCESSORIES
10 51 13 METAL LOCKERS
DIVISION 12 - FURNISHINGS
12 21 00 WINDOW BLINDS
12 48 13 ENTRANCE FLOOR MATS AND FRAMES
12 50 00.13 10 FURNITURE AND FURNITURE INSTALLATION
12 59 00 SYSTEMS FURNITURE
DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION
13 34 19 METAL BUILDING SYSTEMS
13 48 00 BRACING FOR MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT
VOLUME 3 OF 4
DIVISION 21 - FIRE SUPPRESSION
21 13 13.00 10 WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEM, FIRE PROTECTION
21 30 00 FIRE PUMPS
DIVISION 22 - PLUMBING
22 00 00 PLUMBING, GENERAL PURPOSE
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DIVISION 23 - HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)
23 00 00 AIR SUPPLY, DISTRIBUTION, VENTILATION, AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS
23 05 48.19 BRACING FOR HVAC
23 05 93 TESTING, ADJUSTING, AND BALANCING FOR HVAC
23 07 00 THERMAL INSULATION FOR MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
23 09 00 INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL FOR HVAC
23 09 13 INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL DEVICES FOR HVAC
23 09 23.02 BACNET DIRECT DIGITAL CONTROL FOR HVAC AND OTHER BUILDING
CONTROL SYSTEMS
23 11 25 FACILITY GAS PIPING
23 54 16.00 10 HEATING SYSTEM; GAS-FIRED HEATERS
23 64 10 WATER CHILLERS, VAPOR COMPRESSION TYPE
23 64 26 CHILLED WATER PIPING SYSTEMS
23 81 00 DECENTRALIZED UNITARY HVAC EQUIPMENT
23 82 46.00 40 ELECTRIC UNIT HEATERS
DIVISION 25 - INTEGRATED AUTOMATION
25 05 11.01 CYBERSECURITY FOR FACILITY-RELATED CONTROL SYSTEMS ENERGY
MANAGEMENT CONTROL SYSTEM (EMCS) BUILDING LEVEL ONLY
25 05 11.02 CYBERSECURITY FOR FACILITY-RELATED CONTROL SYSTEMS FIRE
ALARM REPORTING SYSTEM/MASS NOTIFICATION SYSTEM BUILDING
LEVEL ONLY
25 10 10 UTILITY MONITORING AND CONTROL SYSTEM (UMCS) FRONT END AND
INTEGRATION
DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL
26 00 00.00 20 BASIC ELECTRICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS
26 12 19.10 THREE-PHASE PAD-MOUNTED TRANSFORMERS
26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
26 24 13 SWITCHBOARDS
26 28 01.00 10 COORDINATED POWER SYSTEM PROTECTION
26 29 23 VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE SYSTEMS UNDER 600 VOLTS
26 35 43 400-HERTZ (HZ) SOLID STATE FREQUENCY CONVERTER
26 41 00 LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEM
26 42 14.00 10 CATHODIC PROTECTION SYSTEM (SACRIFICIAL ANODE)
26 51 00 INTERIOR LIGHTING
26 56 00 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
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DIVISION 27 - COMMUNICATIONS
27 10 00 BUILDING TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABLING SYSTEM
DIVISION 28 - ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY
28 31 76 INTERIOR FIRE ALARM AND MASS NOTIFICATION SYSTEM
DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK
31 00 00 EARTHWORK
31 11 00 CLEARING AND GRUBBING
31 31 16.13 CHEMICAL TERMITE CONTROL
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DIVISION 32 - EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS
32 01 16.71 COLD MILLING ASPHALT PAVING
32 01 19 FIELD MOLDED SEALANTS FOR SEALING JOINTS IN RIGID
PAVEMENTS
32 11 23 GRADED CRUSHED AGGREGATE AND AGGREGATE BASE COURSES
32 12 13 BITUMINOUS TACK AND PRIME COATS
32 12 16 HOT-MIX ASPHALT (HMA) FOR ROADS
32 13 13.06 PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVEMENT FOR ROADS AND SITE
FACILITIES
32 16 19 CONCRETE CURBS, GUTTERS AND SIDEWALKS
32 17 23 PAVEMENT MARKINGS
32 92 23 SODDING
DIVISION 33 - UTILITIES
33 05 23.13 UTILITY HORIZONTAL DIRECTIONAL DRILLING
33 11 00 WATER UTILITY DISTRIBUTION PIPING
33 30 00 SANITARY SEWERAGE
33 32 16 PACKAGED UTILITY WASTEWATER PUMPING STATIONS
33 34 00 FORCE MAINS AND INVERTED SIPHONS; SEWER
33 40 00 STORM DRAINAGE UTILITIES
33 51 15 NATURAL-GAS / LIQUID PETROLEUM GAS DISTRIBUTION
33 71 02 UNDERGROUND ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION
33 82 00 TELECOMMUNICATIONS OUTSIDE PLANT (OSP)
APPENDICES
APPENDIX A DRAFT SWPPP
APPENDIX B BORROW PIT GEOTECHNICAL DATA
APPENDIX C HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
APPENDIX D ERP MANAGEMENT ACTION PLAN
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SECTION 27 10 00
BUILDING TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABLING SYSTEM
08/11
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCES
The publications listed below form a part of this Specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.
ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)
ASTM D709 (2017) Standard Specification for Laminated Thermosetting Materials
ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION (ECIA)
ECIA EIA/ECA 310-E (2005) Cabinets, Racks, Panels, and Associated Equipment
INSULATED CABLE ENGINEERS ASSOCIATION (ICEA)
ICEA S-83-596 (2016) Indoor Optical Fiber Cables
ICEA S-90-661 (2012) Category 3, 5, & 5e Individually Unshielded Twisted Pair Indoor Cables for Use in General Purpose and LAN Communications Wiring Systems Technical Requirements
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION (NECA)
NECA/BICSI 568 (2006) Standard for Installing Building Telecommunications Cabling
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (NEMA)
ANSI/NEMA WC 66 (2013) Performance Standard for Category 6 and Category 7 100 Ohm Shielded and Unshielded Twisted Pairs
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)
NFPA 70 (2017; ERTA 1-2 2017; TIA 17-1; TIA 17-2;
TIA 17-3; TIA 17-4; TIA 17-5; TIA 17-6;
TIA 17-7; TIA 17-8; TIA 17-9; TIA 17-10;
TIA 17-11; TIA 17-12; TIA 17-13; TIA
17-14; TIA 17-15; TIA 17-16; TIA 17-17 )
National Electrical Code
TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION (TIA)
TIA-1152 (2009) Requirements for Field Test Instruments and Measurements for Balanced Twisted-Pair Cabling
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TIA-526-7 (2015a) OFSTP-7 Measurement of Optical Power Loss of Installed Single-Mode Fiber Cable Plant
TIA-568-C.0 (2009; Add 1 2010; Add 2 2012) Generic Telecommunications Cabling for Customer Premises
TIA-568-C.1 (2009; Add 2 2011; Add 1 2012) Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling Standard
TIA-568-C.2 (2009; Errata 2010; Add 2 2014; Add 1 2016) Balanced Twisted-Pair Telecommunications Cabling and Components Standards
TIA-568-C.3 (2008; Add 1 2011) Optical Fiber Cabling Components Standard
TIA-569 (2015d) Commercial Building Standard for Telecommunications Pathways and Spaces
TIA-606 (2017c) Administration Standard for the Telecommunications Infrastructure
TIA-607 (2011b) Generic Telecommunications Bonding and Grounding (Earthing) for Customer Premises
TIA/EIA-604-2 (2004b; R 2014) FOCIS 2 Fiber Optic Connector Intermateability Standard
TIA/EIA-604-3 (2004b; R 2014) Fiber Optic Connector Intermateability Standard (FOCIS), Type SC and SC-APC, FOCIS-3
U.S. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)
FCC Part 68 Connection of Terminal Equipment to the Telephone Network (47 CFR 68)
UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)
UL 1286 (2008; Reprint Jan 2018) Office Furnishings
UL 1863 (2004; Reprint Sep 2016) UL Standard for Safety Communication Circuit Accessories
UL 444 (2008; Reprint Apr 2015) Communications Cables
UL 467 (2013; Reprint Jun 2017) UL Standard for Safety Grounding and Bonding Equipment
UL 50 (2015) UL Standard for Safety Enclosures for Electrical Equipment, Non-Environmental Considerations
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UL 514C (2014; Reprint Dec 2014) Nonmetallic Outlet Boxes, Flush-Device Boxes, and Covers
UL 723 (2018) UL Standard for Safety Test for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials
UL 969 (2017; Reprint Mar 2018) UL Standard for Safety Marking and Labeling Systems
1.2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS
Section 26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM and Section 33 82 00 TELECOMMUNICATIONS, OUTSIDE PLANT (OSP), apply to this Section with additions and modifications specified herein.
1.3 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The building telecommunications cabling and pathway system shall include permanently installed backbone and horizontal cabling, horizontal and backbone pathways, service entrance facilities, work area pathways, telecommunications outlet assemblies, conduit, raceway, and hardware for splicing, terminating, and interconnecting cabling necessary to transport telephone and data (including LAN) between equipment items in a building.
The horizontal system shall be wired in a star topology from the telecommunications work area to the floor distributor or campus distributor at the center or hub of the star. Provide telecommunications pathway systems referenced herein as specified in Section 26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;
submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. When used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:
SD-02 Shop Drawings
Telecommunications Drawings; G
Telecommunications Space Drawings; G
In addition to Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES, provide Shop Drawings in accordance with Paragraph "Shop Drawings".
SD-03 Product Data
Telecommunications Cabling (Backbone and Horizontal); G
Patch Panels; G
Telecommunications Outlet/Connector Assemblies; G
Equipment Support Frame; G
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Submittals shall include the manufacturer's name, trade name, place of manufacture, and catalog model or number. Include performance and characteristic curves. Submittals shall also include applicable Federal, military, industry, and technical society publication references. Should manufacturer's data require supplemental information for clarification, the supplemental information shall be submitted as specified in Paragraph "Regulatory Requirements" and as required in Section
01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES.
SD-06 Test Reports
Telecommunications Cabling Testing; G
SD-07 Certificates
Telecommunications Contractor Qualifications; G
Key Personnel Qualifications; G
Manufacturer Qualifications; G
Test Plan; G
SD-09 Manufacturer's Field Reports
Factory Reel Tests; G
SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data
Telecommunications Cabling and Pathway System Data Package 5; G
SD-11 Closeout Submittals
Record Documentation; G
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
1.5.1 Shop Drawings
In exception to Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES, submitted Plan Drawings shall be a minimum of 11 by 17 inches in size using a minimum scale of 1/8 inch per foot. Include wiring diagrams and installation details of equipment indicating proposed location, layout and arrangement, control panels, accessories, piping, ductwork, and other items that must be shown to ensure a coordinated installation. Wiring diagrams shall identify circuit terminals and indicate the internal wiring for each item of equipment and the interconnection between each item of equipment.
Drawings shall indicate adequate clearance for operation, maintenance, and replacement of operating equipment devices. Submittals shall include the nameplate data, size, and capacity. Submittals shall also include applicable Federal, military, industry, and technical society publication references.
1.5.1.1 Telecommunications Drawings
Provide registered communications distribution designer (RCDD) approved, drawings in accordance with TIA-606 . The identifier for each termination and cable shall appear on the Drawings. Drawings shall depict final
SECTION 27 10 00 Page 4 telecommunications installed wiring system infrastructure in accordance with TIA-606 . Provide a plastic laminated schematic of the as-installed telecommunications cable system showing cabling keyed to floor plans by room number. Mount the laminated schematic in the telecommunications space as directed by the Contracting Officer. The following drawings shall be provided as a minimum:
a. T1 - Layout of complete building per floor - Building Area/Serving Zone Boundaries, Backbone Systems, and Horizontal Pathways. Layout of complete building per floor. The drawing indicates location of building areas, serving zones, vertical backbone diagrams, telecommunications rooms, access points, pathways, grounding system, and other systems that need to be viewed from the complete building perspective.
b. T2 - Serving Zones/Building Area Drawings - Drop Locations and Cable Identification (IDS). Shows a building area or serving zone. These drawings show drop locations, telecommunications rooms, access points and detail call outs for common equipment rooms and other congested areas.
c. T4 - Typical Detail Drawings - Faceplate Labeling, Firestopping, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Safety, Department of Transportation (DOT). Detailed drawings of symbols and typicals such as faceplate labeling, faceplate types, faceplate population installation procedures, detail racking, and raceways.
1.5.1.2 Telecommunications Space Drawings
Provide T3 Drawings in accordance with TIA-606 that include telecommunications rooms plan views, pathway layout (cable tray, racks, ladder-racks, etc.), mechanical/electrical layout, and cabinet, rack, backboard and wall elevations. Drawings shall show layout of applicable equipment including incoming cable stub or connector blocks, building protector assembly, outgoing cable connector blocks, patch panels and equipment spaces and cabinet/racks. Drawings shall include a complete list of equipment and material, equipment rack details, proposed layout and anchorage of equipment and appurtenances, and equipment relationship to other parts of the work including clearance for maintenance and operation. Drawings may also be an enlargement of a congested area of T1 or T2 Drawings.
1.5.2 Telecommunications Qualifications
Work under this Section shall be performed by and the equipment shall be provided by the approved telecommunications contractor and key personnel.
Qualifications shall be provided for: The Telecommunications System Contractor, the telecommunications system installer, and the supervisor (if different from the installer). A minimum of 30 days prior to installation, submit documentation of the experience of the Telecommunications Contractor and of the key personnel.
1.5.2.1 Telecommunications Contractor
The Telecommunications Contractor shall be a firm which is regularly and professionally engaged in the business of the applications, installation, and testing of the specified telecommunications systems and equipment.
The Telecommunications Contractor shall demonstrate experience in providing successful telecommunications systems within the past 3 years of
SECTION 27 10 00 Page 5 similar scope and size. Submit documentation for a minimum of three and a maximum of five successful telecommunication system installations for the Telecommunications Contractor.
1.5.2.2 Key Personnel
Provide key personnel who are regularly and professionally engaged in the business of the application, installation and testing of the specified telecommunications systems and equipment. There may be one key person or more key persons proposed for this solicitation depending upon how many of the key roles each has successfully provided. Each of the key personnel shall demonstrate experience in providing successful telecommunications systems within the past 3 years.
Supervisors and installers assigned to the installation of this system or any of its components shall be Building Industry Consulting Services International (BICSI) Registered Cabling Installers, Technician Level.
Submit documentation of current BICSI certification for each of the key personnel.
In lieu of BICSI certification, supervisors and installers assigned to the installation of this system or any of its components shall have a minimum of 3 years experience in the installation of the specified copper and fiber optic cable and components. They shall have factory or factory approved certification from each equipment manufacturer indicating that they are qualified to install and test the provided products. Submit documentation for a minimum of three and a maximum of five successful telecommunication system installations for each of the key personnel.
Documentation for each key person shall include at least two successful system installations provided that are equivalent in system size and in construction complexity to the telecommunications system proposed for this solicitation. Include specific experience in installing and testing telecommunications systems and provide the names and locations of at least two project installations successfully completed using optical fiber and copper telecommunications cabling systems. All of the existing telecommunications system installations offered by the key persons as successful experience shall have been in successful full-time service for at least 18 months prior to the issuance date for this solicitation.
Provide the name and role of the key person, the title, location, and completed installation date of the referenced project, the referenced project owner point of contact information including name, organization, title, and telephone number, and generally, the referenced project description including system size and construction complexity.
Indicate that all key persons are currently employed by the Telecommunications Contractor, or have a commitment to the Telecommunications Contractor to work on this Project. All key persons shall be employed by the Telecommunications Contractor at the date of issuance of this solicitation, or if not, have a commitment to the Telecommunications Contractor to work on this Project by the date that the bid was due to the Contracting Officer.
Note that only the key personnel approved by the Contracting Officer in the successful proposal shall do work on this solicitation's telecommunications system. Key personnel shall function in the same roles in this Contract, as they functioned in the offered successful experience. Any substitutions for the Telecommunications Contractor's key personnel requires approval from The Contracting Officer.
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1.5.2.3 Minimum Manufacturer Qualifications
Cabling, equipment and hardware manufacturers shall have a minimum of 3 years experience in the manufacturing, assembly, and factory testing of components which comply with TIA-568-C.1 , TIA-568-C.2 , and TIA-568-C.3 .
1.5.3 Test Plan
Provide a complete and detailed test plan for the telecommunications cabling system including a complete list of test equipment for the components and accessories for each cable type specified, 60 days prior to the proposed test date. Include procedures for certification, validation, and testing.
1.5.4 Regulatory Requirements
In each of the publications referred to herein, consider the advisory provisions to be mandatory, as though the word, "shall" had been substituted for "should" wherever it appears. Interpret references in these publications to the "authority having jurisdiction," or words of similar meaning, to mean the Contracting Officer. Equipment, materials, installation, and workmanship shall be in accordance with the mandatory and advisory provisions of NFPA 70 unless more stringent requirements are specified or indicated.
1.5.5 Standard Products
Provide materials and equipment that are products of manufacturers regularly engaged in the production of such products which are of equal material, design, and workmanship. Products shall have been in satisfactory commercial or industrial use for 2 years prior to bid opening. The 2-year period shall include applications of equipment and materials under similar circumstances and of similar size. The product shall have been on sale on the commercial market through advertisements, manufacturers' catalogs, or brochures during the 2-year period. Where two or more items of the same class of equipment are required, these items shall be products of a single manufacturer; however, the component parts of the item need not be the products of the same manufacturer unless stated in this Section.
1.5.5.1 Alternative Qualifications
Products having less than a 2-year field service record will be acceptable if a certified record of satisfactory field operation for not less than 6000 hours, exclusive of the manufacturers' factory or laboratory tests, is furnished.
1.5.5.2 Material and Equipment Manufacturing Date
Products manufactured more than 1 year prior to date of delivery to Site shall not be used, unless specified otherwise.
1.6 DELIVERY AND STORAGE
Provide protection from weather, moisture, extreme heat and cold, dirt, dust, and other contaminants for telecommunications cabling and equipment placed in storage.
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1.7 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Connecting hardware shall be rated for operation under ambient conditions of 32 to 140 degrees F and in the range of 0 to 95 percent relative humidity, non-condensing.
1.8 WARRANTY
The equipment items shall be supported by service organizations which are reasonably convenient to the equipment installation in order to render satisfactory service to the equipment on a regular and emergency basis during the warranty period of the Contract.
1.9 MAINTENANCE
1.9.1 Operation and Maintenance Manuals
Commercial off the shelf manuals shall be furnished for operation, installation, configuration, and maintenance of products provided as a part of the telecommunications cabling and pathway system, Data Package
5. Submit operations and maintenance data in accordance with Section 01 78 23 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA and as specified herein not later than 2 months prior to the date of beneficial occupancy. In addition to requirements of Data Package 5, include the requirements of Paragraphs "Telecommunications Drawings", "Telecommunications Space Drawings", and "Record Documentation". Ensure that these drawings and documents depict the as-built configuration.
1.9.2 Record Documentation
Provide T5 Drawings including documentation on cables and termination hardware in accordance with TIA-606 . T5 Drawings shall include schedules to show information for cut-overs and cable plant management, patch panel layouts and cover plate assignments, cross-connect information and connecting terminal layout as a minimum. T5 Drawings shall be provided in hard copy format or on electronic media using Windows based computer cable management software. A licensed copy of the cable management software including documentation, shall be provided. Provide the following T5 Drawing documentation as a minimum:
a. Cables - A record of installed cable shall be provided in accordance with TIA-606 . The cable records shall include the required data fields for each cable and complete end-to-end circuit report for each complete circuit from the assigned outlet to the entry facility in accordance with TIA-606 . Include manufacture date of cable with submittal.
b. Termination Hardware - A record of installed patch panels, cross-connect points, distribution frames, terminating block arrangements and type, and outlets shall be provided in accordance with TIA-606 . Documentation shall include the required data fields as a minimum in accordance with TIA-606 .
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 COMPONENTS
Components shall be UL or third party certified. Where equipment or materials are specified to conform to industry and technical society
SECTION 27 10 00 Page 8 reference standards of the organizations, submit proof of such compliance. The label or listing by the specified organization will be acceptable evidence of compliance. In lieu of the label or listing, submit a certificate from an independent testing organization, competent to perform testing, and approved by the Contracting Officer. The certificate shall state that the item has been tested in accordance with the specified organization's test methods and that the item complies with the specified organization's reference standard. Provide a complete system of telecommunications cabling and pathway components using star topology. Provide support structures and pathways, complete with outlets, cables, connecting hardware and telecommunications cabinets/racks.
Cabling and interconnecting hardware and components for telecommunications systems shall be UL listed or third party independent testing laboratory certified, and shall comply with NFPA 70 and conform to the requirements specified herein.
2.2 TELECOMMUNICATIONS PATHWAY
Provide telecommunications pathways in accordance with TIA-569 and as specified in Section 26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM. Provide system furniture pathways in accordance with UL 1286 .
2.3 TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABLING
Cabling shall be UL listed for the application and shall comply with TIA-568-C.0 , TIA-568-C.1 , TIA-568-C.2 , TIA-568-C.3 , and NFPA 70 . Provide a labeling system for cabling as required by TIA-606 and UL 969 . Ship cable on reels or in boxes bearing manufacture date for for unshielded twisted pair (UTP) in accordance with ICEA S-90-661 and optical fiber cables in accordance with ICEA S-83-596 for all cable used on this Project. Cabling manufactured more than 12 months prior to date of installation shall not be used.
2.3.1 Horizontal Cabling
Provide horizontal cable in compliance with NFPA 70 and performance characteristics in accordance with TIA-568-C.1 .
2.3.1.1 Horizontal Copper
Provide horizontal copper cable, UTP, 100 ohm in accordance with TIA-568-C.2 , UL 444 , ANSI/NEMA WC 66 , ICEA S-90-661 . Provide four each individually twisted pair, minimum size 24 AWG conductors, Category 6e, with a blue thermoplastic jacket. Cable shall be imprinted with manufacturers name or identifier, flammability rating, gauge of conductor, transmission performance rating (category designation) and length marking at regular intervals in accordance with ICEA S-90-661 . Provide plenum (CMP), riser (CMR), or general purpose (CM or CMG) communications rated cabling in accordance with NFPA 70 . Substitution of a higher rated cable shall be permitted in accordance with NFPA 70 . Cables installed in conduit within and under slabs shall be UL listed and labeled for wet locations in accordance with NFPA 70 .
2.4 TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPACES
Provide connecting hardware and termination equipment in the telecommunications entrance facility and telecommunication equipment room to facilitate installation as shown on Design Drawings for terminating and
SECTION 27 10 00 Page 9 cross-connecting permanent cabling. Provide telecommunications interconnecting hardware color coding in accordance with TIA-606 .
2.4.1 Backboards
Provide void-free, interior Grade A-C plywood 3/4 inch thick as indicated.
Backboards shall be fire rated by manufacturing process. Fire stamp shall be clearly visible. Paint applied over fire retardant backboard shall be UL 723 fire retardant paint. Provide label including paint manufacturer, date painted, UL listing and name of Installer. When painted, paint label and fire stamp shall be clearly visible. Backboards shall be provided on a minimum of two adjacent walls in the telecommunication spaces.
2.4.2 Equipment Support Frame
Provide in accordance with ECIA EIA/ECA 310-E and UL 50 .
a. Racks, floor mounted modular type, 16 gauge steel or 11 gauge aluminum construction, minimum, treated to resist corrosion. Provide rack with vertical and horizontal cable management channels, top and bottom cable troughs, grounding lug and a surge protected power strip with 6 duplex 20 amp receptacles. Rack shall be compatible with 19 inches panel mounting.
b. Cabinets, freestanding modular type, 16 gauge steel or 11 gauge aluminum construction, minimum, treated to resist corrosion. Cabinet shall have removable and lockable side panels, front and rear doors, and have adjustable feet for leveling. Cabinet shall be vented in the roof and rear door. Cabinet shall have cable access in the roof and base and be compatible with 19 inches panel mounting. Provide cabinet with grounding bar and a surge protected power strip with 6 duplex 20 amp receptacles. All cabinets shall be keyed alike.
d. Cabinets, wall-mounted modular type, 16 gauge steel or 11 gauge aluminum construction, minimum, treated to resist corrosion. Cabinet shall have have lockable front and rear doors, louvered side panels, ground lug, and top and bottom cable access. Cabinet shall be compatible with 19 inches panel mounting. A surge protected power strip with 6 duplex 20 amp receptacles shall be provided within the cabinet.
2.4.3 Connector Blocks
Provide insulation displacement connector (IDC) Type 110 for Category 6 systems. Provide blocks for the number of horizontal and backbone cables terminated on the block plus 25 percent spare.
2.4.4 Cable Guides
Provide cable guides specifically manufactured for the purpose of routing cables, wires and patch cords horizontally and vertically on 19 inches equipment racks, cabinets and telecommunications backboards. Cable guides of ring or bracket type devices mounted on rack, cabinet, panels, backboard for horizontal cable management and individually mounted for vertical cable management. Mount cable guides with screws, and/or nuts and lockwashers.
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2.4.5 Patch Panels
Provide ports for the number of horizontal and backbone cables terminated on the panel plus 25 percent spare. Provide pre-connectorized optical fiber and copper patch cords for patch panels. Provide patch cords, as complete assemblies, with matching connectors as specified. Provide fiber optic patch cables with crossover orientation in accordance with TIA-568-C.3 . Patch cords shall meet minimum performance requirements specified in TIA-568-C.1 , TIA-568-C.2 , and TIA-568-C.3 for cables, cable length and hardware specified.
2.4.5.1 Modular to 110 Block Patch Panel
Provide in accordance with TIA-568-C.1 and TIA-568-C.2 . Panels shall be third party verified and shall comply with EIA/TIA Category 6 requirements.
Panel shall be constructed of 0.09 inches minimum aluminum and shall be cabinet, rack, wall mounted and compatible with an ECIA EIA/ECA 310-E 19 inches equipment, cabinet, rack. Panel shall provide 48 non-keyed, 8-pin modular ports, wired to T568B. Patch panels shall terminate the building cabling on Type 110 IDCs and shall utilize a printed circuit board interface. The rear of each panel shall have incoming cable strain-relief and routing guides. Panels shall have each port factory numbered and be equipped with laminated plastic nameplates above each port.
2.4.5.2 Fiber Optic Patch Panel
Provide panel for maintenance and cross-connecting of optical fiber cables. Panel shall be constructed of 16 gauge steel or 11 gauge aluminum minimum and shall be rack mounted and compatible with a ECIA EIA/ECA 310-E 19 inches equipment rack. Each panel shall provide 24 single-mode adapters as duplex SC in accordance with TIA/EIA-604-3 with zirconia ceramic ST in accordance with TIA/EIA-604-2 with metallic alignment sleeves. Provide dust cover for unused adapters. The rear of each panel shall have a cable management tray a minimum of 8 inches deep with removable cover, incoming cable strain-relief and routing guides. Panels shall have each adapter factory numbered and be equipped with laminated plastic nameplates above each adapter.
2.4.6 Optical Fiber Distribution Panel
Cabinet Rack Wall mounted optical fiber distribution panel (OFDP) shall be constructed in accordance with ECIA EIA/ECA 310-E utilizing 16 gauge steel or 11 gauge aluminum minimum. Panel shall be divided into two sections, distribution and user. Distribution section shall have strain relief, routing guides, splice tray and shall be lockable, user section shall have a cover for patch cord protection. Each panel shall provide 12 multimode and 12 single-mode pigtails and adapters. Provide adapters as duplex LC with zirconia ceramic alignment sleeves. Provide dust covers for adapters. Provide patch cords as specified in the Paragraph "Patch Panels".
2.5 TELECOMMUNICATIONS OUTLET/CONNECTOR ASSEMBLIES
2.5.1 Outlet/Connector Copper
Outlet/connectors shall comply with FCC Part 68 , TIA-568-C.1 , and TIA-568-C.2 . UTP outlet/connectors shall be UL 1863 listed, non-keyed, 8-pin modular, constructed of high impact rated thermoplastic housing and shall be third party verified and shall comply with TIA-568-C.2 Category 6
SECTION 27 10 00 Page 11 requirements. Outlet/connectors provided for UTP cabling shall meet or exceed the requirements for the cable provided. Outlet/connectors shall be terminated using a Type 110 IDC PC board connector, color-coded for both T568A and T568B wiring. Each outlet/connector shall be wired T568B.
UTP outlet/connectors shall comply with TIA-568-C.2 for 200 mating cycles.
UTP outlet/connectors installed in outdoor or marine environments shall be jell-filled type containing an anti-corrosive, memory retaining compound.
2.5.2 Cover Plates
Telecommunications cover plates shall comply with UL 514C , and TIA-568-C.1 , TIA-568-C.2 , TIA-568-C.3 ; flush design constructed of ivory in color to match color of receptacle/switch cover plates specified in Section 26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM. Provide labeling in accordance with the Paragraph "Labeling" in this Section.
2.6 GROUNDING AND BONDING PRODUCTS
Provide in accordance with UL 467 , TIA-607 , and NFPA 70 . Components shall be identified as required by TIA-606 . Provide ground rods, bonding conductors, and grounding busbars as specified in Section 26 20 00
INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM.
2.7 FIRESTOPPING MATERIAL
Provide as specified in Section 07 84 00 FIRESTOPPING.
2.8 MANUFACTURER'S NAMEPLATE
Each item of equipment shall have a nameplate bearing the manufacturer's name, address, model number, and serial number securely affixed in a conspicuous place; the nameplate of the distributing agent will not be acceptable.
2.9 FIELD FABRICATED NAMEPLATES
ASTM D709. Provide laminated plastic nameplates for each equipment enclosure, relay, switch, and device; as specified or as indicated on the Drawings. Each nameplate inscription shall identify the function and, when applicable, the position. Nameplates shall be melamine plastic,
0.125 inches thick, white with black center core. Surface shall be matte finish. Corners shall be square. Accurately align lettering and engrave into the core. Minimum size of nameplates shall be 1 by 2.5 inches.
Lettering shall be a minimum of 0.25 inches high normal block style.
2.10 TESTS, INSPECTIONS, AND VERIFICATIONS
2.10.1 Factory Reel Tests
Provide documentation of the testing and verification actions taken by manufacturer to confirm compliance with TIA-568-C.1 , TIA-568-C.2 , TIA-568-C.3 , TIA-526-7 for single mode optical fiber cables.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
Install telecommunications cabling and pathway systems, including the
SECTION 27 10 00 Page 12 horizontal and backbone cable, pathway systems, telecommunications outlet/connector assemblies, and associated hardware in accordance with
NECA/BICSI 568 , TIA-568-C.1 , TIA-568-C.2 , TIA-568-C.3 , TIA-569 , NFPA 70 ,
and UL standards as applicable. Provide cabling in a star topology network. Pathways and outlet boxes shall be installed as specified in Section 26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM. Install telecommunications cabling with copper media in accordance with the following criteria to avoid potential electromagnetic interference between power and telecommunications equipment. The interference ceiling shall not exceed
3.0 volts per meter measured over the usable bandwidth of the telecommunications cabling.
3.1.1 Cabling
Install UTP, and optical fiber telecommunications cabling system as detailed in TIA-568-C.1 , TIA-568-C.2 , and TIA-568-C.3 . Screw terminals shall not be used except where specifically indicated on plans. Use an approved insulation displacement connection (IDC) tool kit for copper cable terminations. Do not exceed manufacturers' cable pull tensions for copper and optical fiber cables. Provide a device to monitor cable pull tensions. Do not exceed 25 pounds pull tension for four pair copper cables. Do not chafe or damage outer jacket materials. Use only lubricants approved by cable manufacturer. Do not over cinch cables, or crush cables with staples. For UTP cable, bend radii shall not be less than four times the cable diameter. Cables shall be terminated; no cable shall contain unterminated elements. Cables shall not be spliced. Label cabling in accordance with Paragraph "Labeling" in this Section.
3.1.1.1 Horizontal Cabling
Install horizontal cabling as indicated on Drawings. Do not untwist Category 6 UTP cables more than 1/2 inch from the point of termination to maintain cable geometry. Provide slack cable in the form of a figure eight (not a service loop) on each end of the cable, 10 feet in the telecommunications room, and 12 inches in the work area outlet.
3.1.2 Pathway Installations
Provide in accordance with TIA-569 and NFPA 70 . Provide building pathway as specified in Section 26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM.
3.1.3 Service Entrance Conduit, Underground
Provide service entrance underground as specified in Section 26 20 00
INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM.
3.1.4 Cable Tray Installation
Install cable tray as specified in Section 26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM. Only CMP and OFNP type cable shall be installed in a plenum.
3.1.5 Work Area Outlets
3.1.5.1 Terminations
Terminate UTP cable in accordance with TIA-568-C.1 , TIA-568-C.2 , and wiring configuration as specified. Terminate fiber optic cables in accordance with TIA-568-C.3 .
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3.1.5.2 Cover Plates
As a minimum, each outlet/connector shall be labeled as to its function and a unique number to identify cable link in accordance with the Paragraph "Labeling" in this Section.
3.1.5.3 Cables
Unshielded twisted pair and fiber optic cables shall have a minimum of 12 inches of slack cable loosely coiled into the telecommunications outlet boxes. Minimum manufacturer's bend radius for each type of cable shall not be exceeded.
3.1.5.4 Pull Cords
Pull cords shall be installed in conduit serving telecommunications outlets that do not have cable installed.
3.1.6 Telecommunications Space Termination
Install termination hardware required for Category 6 and optical fiber system. An insulation displacement tool shall be used for terminating copper cable to insulation displacement connectors.
3.1.6.1 Connector Blocks
Connector blocks shall be cabinet, rack, or wall mounted in orderly rows and columns. Adequate vertical and horizontal wire routing areas shall be provided between groups of blocks. Install in accordance with industry standard wire routing guides in accordance with TIA-569 .
3.1.6.2 Patch Panels
Patch panels shall be mounted in equipment cabinets, racks with sufficient ports to accommodate the installed cable plant plus 25 percent spares.
a. Copper Patch Panel. Copper cable entering a patch panel shall be secured to the panel as recommended by the manufacturer to prevent movement of the cable.
b. Fiber Optic Patch Panel. Fiber optic cable loop shall be 3 feet in length. The outer jacket of each cable entering a patch panel shall be secured to the panel to prevent movement of the fibers within the panel, using clamps or brackets specifically manufactured for that purpose.
3.1.6.3 Equipment Support Frames
Install in accordance with TIA-569 :
a. Bracket, wall mounted. Mount bracket to plywood backboard in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Mount rack so height of highest panel does not exceed 78 inches above floor.
b. Racks, floor mounted modular type. Permanently anchor rack to the floor in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.
c. Cabinets, freestanding modular type. When cabinets are connected together, remove adjoining side panels for cable routing between
SECTION 27 10 00 Page 14 cabinets.
d. Cabinets, wall-mounted modular type. Mount cabinet to plywood backboard in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Mount cabinet so height of highest panel does not exceed 78 inches above floor.
3.1.7 Electrical Penetrations
Seal openings around electrical penetrations through fire resistance-rated wall, partitions, floors, or ceilings as specified in Section 07 84 00
FIRESTOPPING.
3.1.8 Grounding and Bonding
Provide in accordance with TIA-607 , NFPA 70 , and as specified in Section
26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM.
3.2 LABELING
3.2.1 Labels
Provide labeling in accordance with TIA-606 . Handwritten labeling is unacceptable. Stenciled lettering for voice and data circuits shall be provided using thermal ink transfer process or laser printer.
3.2.2 Cable
Cables shall be labeled using color labels on both ends with identifiers in accordance with TIA-606 .
3.2.3 Termination Hardware
Workstation outlets and patch panel connections shall be labeled using color coded labels with identifiers in accordance with TIA-606 .
3.3 FIELD APPLIED PAINTING
Paint electrical equipment as required to match finish of adjacent surfaces or to meet the indicated or specified safety criteria. Painting shall be as specified in Section 09 90 00 PAINTS AND COATINGS.
3.3.1 Painting Backboards
If backboards are required to be painted, then the manufactured fire retardant backboard must be painted with fire retardant paint, so as not to increase flame spread and smoke density and must be appropriately labeled. Label and fire rating stamp must be unpainted.
3.4 FIELD FABRICATED NAMEPLATE MOUNTING
Provide number, location, and letter designation of nameplates as indicated. Fasten nameplates to the device with a minimum of two sheet-metal screws or two rivets.
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3.5 TESTING
3.5.1 Telecommunications Cabling Testing
Perform telecommunications cabling inspection, verification, and performance tests in accordance with TIA-568-C.1 and TIA-568-C.2 . Test equipment shall conform to TIA-1152 . Perform optical fiber field inspection tests via attenuation measurements on factory reels and provide results along with manufacturer certification for factory reel tests.
Remove failed cable reels from Project Site upon attenuation test failure.
3.5.1.1 Inspection
Visually inspect UTP and optical fiber jacket materials for UL or third party certification markings. Inspect cabling terminations in telecommunications rooms and at workstations to confirm color code for T568A or T568B pin assignments, and inspect cabling connections to confirm compliance with TIA-568-C.1 and TIA-568-C.2 . Visually confirm Category 6, marking of outlets, cover plates, outlet/connectors, and patch panels.
3.5.1.2 Verification Tests
UTP backbone copper cabling shall be tested for DC loop resistance, shorts, opens, intermittent faults, and polarity between conductors, and between conductors and shield, if cable has overall shield. Test operation of shorting bars in connection blocks. Test cables after termination but prior to being cross-connected.
For single-mode optical fiber, perform optical fiber end-to-end attenuation tests in accordance with TIA-568-C.3 and TIA-526-7 using Method B, OTDR for single-mode optical fiber. Perform verification acceptance tests.
3.5.1.3 Final Verification Tests
Perform verification tests for UTP and optical fiber systems after the complete telecommunications cabling and workstation outlet/connectors are installed.
a. Voice Tests. These tests assume that dial tone service has been installed. Connect to the network interface device at the demarcation point. Go off-hook and listen and receive a dial tone. If a test number is available, make and receive a local, long distance, and DSN telephone call.
b. Data Tests. These tests assume the Information Technology Staff has a network installed and are available to assist with testing. Connect to the network interface device at the demarcation point. Log onto the network to ensure proper connection to the network.
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INTERIOR FIRE ALARM AND MASS NOTIFICATION SYSTEM
08/11
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 RELATED SECTIONS
Section 26 00 00.00 20 BASIC ELECTRICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS, applies to this Section, with the additions and modifications specified herein. In addition, refer to the following Sections for related work and coordination:
a. Section 21 13 13.00 10 WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEM, FIRE PROTECTION.
b. Section 21 30 00 FIRE PUMPS.
c. Section 07 84 00 PENETRATION FIRESTOPPING for additional work related to firestopping.
1.2 SUMMARY
1.2.1 Scope
a. This Work includes completion of design and providing a new, complete fire alarm and mass notification system as described herein and on the Contract Drawings. Include in the system wiring, raceways, pull boxes, terminal cabinets, outlet and mounting boxes, control equipment, alarm and supervisory signal initiating devices, alarm notification appliances, equipment for connection to off-site fire department/security, equipment for connection to off-site mass notification system, supervising station, and other accessories and miscellaneous items required for a complete operating system even though each item is not specifically mentioned or described. Provide systems complete and ready for operation.
b. Provide equipment, materials, installation, workmanship, inspection, and testing in strict accordance with the required provisions of UFC 3-600-01 , NFPA 72 , ISO 7240-16 , IEC 60268-16 , except as modified herein. The system layout on the Drawings show the intent of coverage and are shown in suggested locations. Submit Plan View Drawing showing device locations, terminal cabinet locations, junction boxes, other related equipment, conduit routing, wire counts, circuit identification in each conduit, and circuit layouts. Drawings shall comply with the requirements of NFPA 170 . Final quantity, system layout, and coordination are the responsibility of the Contractor.
1.3 REFERENCES
The publications listed below form a part of this Specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.
ACOUSTICAL SOCIETY OF AMERICA (ASA)
ASA S3.2 (2009; R 2014) Method for Measuring the
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Intelligibility of Speech Over Communication Systems (ASA 85)
FM GLOBAL (FM)
FM APP GUIDE (updated on-line) Approval Guide http://www.approvalguide.com/
INSTITUTE OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERS (IEEE)
IEEE C62.41.1 (2002; R 2008) Guide on the Surges Environment in Low-Voltage (1000 V and Less) AC Power Circuits
IEEE C62.41.2 (2002) Recommended Practice on Characterization of Surges in Low-Voltage (1000 V and Less) AC Power Circuits
INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION (IEC)
IEC 60268-16 (2003; ED 4.0) Sound System Equipment - Part 16: Objective Rating Of Speech Intelligibility By Speech Transmission…
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